Flood Cleanup Blog: Tips & Advice for NYC Homeowners

Answers to the flood cleanup and water damage questions NYC and Manhattan homeowners ask most, from emergency response and insurance to mold, cost, and basement flooding.

The top causes of basement flooding in NYC, how to tell if it's contaminated, prevention steps like sump pumps and backup valves, and exactly what to do in the first hours if it happens.

Mold can start growing in as little as 24-48 hours after water damage. Here's the mold timeline, why NYC homes are especially at risk, and how fast professional drying prevents it.

What NYC homeowners and renters insurance actually covers after a flood, the crucial difference between water damage and flood damage, and how a public adjuster can maximize your claim.

A cost breakdown for Manhattan homeowners: what water damage restoration really costs by situation, what drives the price, and how insurance and public adjusters affect what you pay.

A step-by-step emergency guide for NYC homeowners on what to do in the first hours after a flood, from safety checks to filing your insurance claim.